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PITTSBURGH, March 18, 2026--(BUSINESS WIRE)--United States Steel Corporation ("U. S. Steel") announced today that it has been named "one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies®" for the fifth consecutive year by Ethisphere, a global leader in defining and advancing the standards of ethical business practices. Being a 5-Time Honoree and the only honoree in the "Metals, Minerals, & Mining" category demonstrates U. S. Steel’s leadership in advancing business ethics and maintaining a model ethics and compliance program.
"To be named one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies for the fifth straight year is a powerful reflection of our people," said President and Chief Executive Officer of U. S. Steel, David B. Burritt. "At U. S. Steel, integrity isn’t a slogan; it’s how we operate every shift, every day, for our customers and our communities. As we mark 125 years, we remain committed to doing business the right way as we invest, grow, and forge our future together with the customers who rely on us."
Today’s distinction reinforces U. S. Steel’s long-standing reputation for integrity. For over a century, the company has been guided by a code of ethics originally named the "Gary Principles" after their first chairperson and co-founder – nine straightforward statements about conducting business honestly, openly, and fairly. Over time, that framework evolved into the S.T.E.E.L. Principles that continue to energize and reflect their strong ethical culture enterprise wide.
"As every company is a product of its people, being a 2026 World’s Most Ethical Companies Honoree® is not only a tremendous recognition for our organization, but also one for our employees and their unwavering dedication to integrity," said Scot Duncan, U. S. Steel’s Senior Vice President, General Counsel and Secretary.
"It is my profound honor to acknowledge our recognition as one of Ethisphere’s 2026 World’s Most Ethical Companies®," said Victoria McKenney, Chief Compliance Officer. "This accolade is a testament to the robust culture of ethics and strong commitment to corporate citizenship that underpin our organization."
"Congratulations to U. S. Steel for achieving recognition as one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies®. As we mark the 20th class of honorees, this group continues to raise the bar for business integrity by embedding ethics into everyday decision-making and long-term strategy. Companies with strong ethics, compliance, and governance programs are built for better long-term performance," said Erica Salmon Byrne, Ethisphere’s Chief Strategy Officer and Executive Chair.
